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With the tariff war over, Colombia can again sell electricity to Ecuador, but it may not be for long

With the tariff war over, Colombia can again sell electricity to Ecuador, but it may not be for long

Jun 3, 2026

Although Colombian President Gustavo Petro has lifted the restriction on private energy companies selling electricity to Ecuador, the coming El Niño could end those sales soon after they begin. “We’ve finally overcome the political obstacle but now we face a...

Humble roots fuel Ecuador’s World Cup hopes

June 3rd, 2026

‘Fired Up for Hope’ ignites community spirit in Cuenca

June 3rd, 2026

How to avoid ‘garbage news’ on Google Search

June 2nd, 2026

How the Noboa government manages and controls communication and its relationship with the media

June 2nd, 2026

Machu Picchu overtourism: A bucket list dream is turning into a nightmare for visitors

June 2nd, 2026

Nobel prize-winning economist remains skeptical of AI claims, sees only modest productivity boost

June 2nd, 2026

U.S. military attacks on suspected drug boats are having no effect on the cocaine market

June 1st, 2026

Two suspects still at large in deadly Chordeleg jewelry store robbery; Ecuador private school enrollment plummets; Effort underway to recall Daniel Noboa

June 1st, 2026

Colombia heads to presidential runoff election pitting far-right and far-left candidates

June 1st, 2026

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Expat Life in Ecuador

‘Fired Up for Hope’ ignites community spirit in Cuenca

‘Fired Up for Hope’ ignites community spirit in Cuenca

Jun 3, 2026

By Sandy Kraft On Sunday, May 24th, the aroma of wood smoke and barbecue filled the air as friends, families, and supporters gathered for Fired Up for Hope — or Encendido por la Esperanza — a community fundraiser benefiting Mujeres con Exito. Hosted by Carolina...

Machu Picchu overtourism: A bucket list dream is turning into a nightmare for visitors

June 2nd, 2026

My horse reads the newspaper and other useful Spanish phrases

June 1st, 2026

Thinking about soup

May 29th, 2026

Cuenca’s unspoken rules of the road for pedestrians

May 28th, 2026

The Facebook doctor will see you now

May 27th, 2026

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Opinions on Ecuador

How the Noboa government manages and controls communication and its relationship with the media

June 2nd, 2026

Nobel prize-winning economist remains skeptical of AI claims, sees only modest productivity boost

June 2nd, 2026

Cuenca’s unspoken rules of the road for pedestrians

May 28th, 2026

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Truth Seekers

May 28th, 2026

Inti Raymi in Sígsig | June Solstice Celebration at Chobshi Ruins

May 30th, 2026

Have you heard of High Tea?

May 21st, 2026

High Tea only 3 weeks away

June 3rd, 2026

Real Estate & Rentals See more

Price reduced! Beach house San Jacinto Manabi

June 3rd, 2026

Amazon Eco-lodge and reserve for sale

June 3rd, 2026

Visionary Design with Elevated Perspectives | Apartment No. 16

May 29th, 2026

Visionary Design Meets Garden-Level Living | Apartment No. 14

May 29th, 2026

Community Posts See more

To everyone who already calls Cuenca home — thank you.

June 3rd, 2026

Temporary and Permanent Visas. 100% Guaranteed by Isabel Mosquera

June 3rd, 2026

🔥 Spice Up Your Week at Anubis Tex-Mex!

June 3rd, 2026

🌞 What Is Inti Raymi — and Why Does It Matter?

June 2nd, 2026

Living in Cuenca should feel peaceful — not stressful.

June 2nd, 2026

Health News

Why ‘non-ultra-processed’ food labels won’t make people eat a healthier diet

May 28th, 2026

A tooth cavity doesn’t always need a filling

May 26th, 2026

You need to eat meat and other myths about the best ways to get your daily quota of protein

May 22nd, 2026

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